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We believe all good medicine is personal.
However advanced we may have become technologically, we all still crave one-on-one connections. That’s why we’ve placed communication at the core of everything we do. You can trust us to communicate fully with you and with your loved ones, with each other and with every member of your medical team. For us, these moments of personal connection and one-on-one communication are not only gratifying and meaningful, they inform every part of your anesthesia care plan.
At Scope Anesthesia, we share one goal: to be sure you are safe and comfortable throughout your procedure. Our uniquely qualified providers will talk to you about any medications you’re taking, your current health, and any past illnesses to create an anesthesia care plan that is customized for you.
Care Experience
Before Surgery
Our staff will check in with you either with a phone call or at your visit to our preoperative optimization clinic to discuss how you should prepare for your procedure and what to expect from your anesthesia team the day of surgery.
Day of Surgery
After Surgery
Having anesthesia can be overwhelming. Here are a few FAQs.
Who is the anesthesia team?
What are the types of anesthesia?
General anesthesia renders the patient completely unconscious with no sensation during surgery. Administered intravenously or through a mask, general anesthesia is usually sustained with oxygen, anesthetic gases and supplemental intravenous medications. After surgery, the patient gradually awakens in the recovery room.
Regional anesthesia anesthesia involves “blocking” or “numbing” the nerves to the area of the body where the surgeon is operating and providing sedation intravenously to reduce your awareness of the procedure. Examples include epidural, spinal, peripheral nerve blocks, and numbing medicine given by your anesthesiologist or surgeon.
Sedation is used for less extensive operations and minor procedures. It can also be used to relieve pain or alleviate some of the anxiety that can accompany diagnostic tests or treatments. How awake you are during sedation, which is also called MAC (monitored anesthesia care), depends on you and the procedure you’re having.
How will you make sure I’m safe during anesthesia?
When will I meet my anesthesia team?
Does Scope Anesthesia accept my insurance?
For patients of Atrium, please call 888-276-1910 to confirm that anesthesia services provided by CHS Anesthesia Inc. are in-network for your insurance provider. Alternatively, Atrium Health has a financial advisor available at 704-512-7171 to assist with this and other billing inquiries.
How can I reach you if I have a question?
Before your surgery, someone from our preoperative clinic will be contacting you with questions and instructions on how to prepare for your procedure however if you need to reach us, you can call (704) 355-5755 or email APPs@scopeanesthesia.com.
Surgery ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery)
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As our patient, our first priority is you. All Scope providers are dedicated to providing a personalized anesthesia care experience to ensure you are safe and comfortable during your procedure.
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Scope Anesthesia wants you to join our team! Our care model is centered on collaboration, compassion, and a commitment to excellence.
Why We’re Different
Scope Anesthesia is a group that represents a return to a physician-owned, local anesthesia practice. Our providers are members of the communities in which we serve.